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Some are beginning to believe that Microsoft may be retiring Windows Media Player, as users are getting a prompt to switch to the Movies & TV app when they launch WMP. The Movies & TV app supports more formats and claims better battery life but is still missing some basic functionality, such as queueing videos.
The UWP app boasts several advantages over the aging Windows Media Player, such as better compatibility with more video formats (including 4K), better battery life, a mini view and even the ability to watch videos in 360 degrees. The Redmond giant is citing these as a reason for users to move on.
The UWP app boasts several advantages over the aging Windows Media Player, such as better compatibility with more video formats (including 4K), better battery life, a mini view and even the ability to watch videos in 360 degrees. The Redmond giant is citing these as a reason for users to move on.